Lawyers and advisers in Bulgaria
Find proven, recommended lawyers and professional advisers in Bulgaria, across corporate and commercial work, disputes, tax, property, employment, immigration and every other practice area. Compare the profiles below and contact an adviser directly.
The most represented practice areas in Bulgaria are Corporate, Commercial & M&A, Banking & Finance and Intellectual Property. Use the filters below to narrow by specialism or practice area, or search by name or firm.
Experts
Ani Stancheva
Ani Stancheva is an attorney-at-law with a highlevel expertise in Venture Capital (‘VC’), Litigation and Data Privacy. She is a Senior Associate and Head of the VC Department at the Bulgarian law firm - Georgiev&Kolev Law Offices.…
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Dimitar Karastoyanov
The laws and rules in business are becoming more and more sophisticated. In this environment, clients are looking for more than just legal advice – they require clear professional guidance, which is solution-orientated,and will contribute…
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Georgi Valentinov Georgiev, PhD
Georgi Valentinov Georgiev, PhD advises companies on a broad range of commercial legal matters – venture capital investments, mergers and acquisitions, restructuring and management of companies, including incorporation of businesses,…
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H. Vasilev
I was born on 24.09.1973 in Sofia City. I have been registered as a lawyer at the Sofia Bar Association since 02.10.2002 under personal number 1000410610. In 2000 I graduated with honors, majoring in Law (GPA Excellent 6.00 (A) on the…
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Intellectual Property Lawyers
Featured Expert: Velizar Sokolov ARSIS Consulting is one of Bulgaria’s leading law firms, an IP boutique specializing exclusively in intellectual property rights. Since its establishment in 1991, ARSIS Consulting has been a synonym for…
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Ivan Ivanov
Ivan Nikolov Ivanov founded IP Consulting in 2001. He is specialised in the protection of intellectual property and intellectual property management, and strategy creation for major companies with international aspects. According to the…
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Ivaylo Dermendjiev
“Simeonov & Dermendjiev” Law Firm provides legal services in various fields of civil, commercial, corporate, tax and patent law. The firm offers a wide range of advice on foreign investment, privatization, real estate transactions,…
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Vanina Popova
Vanina Popova is an attorney-at-law with a high-level expertise in Venture Capital (‘VC’), Litigation and AML. She is an Associate at Georgiev & Kolev Law Office and their Deputy Head of the VC Department. Currently, the VC team of…
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Veselina Kirilova
Veselina Kirilova is Managing Partner of Vladimirov, Kirilova, Bonchovski & Co Law Office in Sofia, Bulgaria, named Business Law Firm of the Year in Bulgaria at the Corporate INTL Global Awards 2026.
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Vasil Pavlov
Vasil Pavlov, managing partner of Pavlov & Co in Bulgaria, is named Intellectual Property Law Expert of the Year in Bulgaria at the Corporate INTL Global Awards 2026.
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Iveta Balieva
Iveta Balieva is the Founder and Managing Partner of LTA Consulting in Sofia, Bulgaria, an integrated legal and financial advisory firm named Corporate Advisory Firm of the Year in Bulgaria at the Corporate INTL Global Awards 2025.
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Dr. Miroslava Hristova, LL.M (Vienna)
Dr. Miroslava Hristova, LL.M (Vienna), is the owner of a Sofia-based boutique commercial law firm serving German-speaking business clients, named Commercial Law Firm of the Year in Bulgaria at the Corporate INTL Global Awards 2025.
View profile →Frequently asked questions
How do I find a good lawyer or adviser in Bulgaria?
Check that they are qualified or registered to practise in Bulgaria, for example with the local bar association or professional body, and that they have handled matters like yours, including any cross-border element. Ask who will do the work, which languages they work in and how they charge before you instruct them. Each lawyer or adviser listed on this page has a profile with their firm, practice areas and contact details, so you can compare them before getting in touch.
How much does a lawyer cost in Bulgaria?
Fees depend on the firm, the experience of the person advising you and how complex the matter is. Firms commonly charge by the hour, a fixed fee for a defined piece of work, or a combination of the two. Ask for a written estimate and the terms of engagement before any work starts.
Do I need a local lawyer or adviser in Bulgaria if I am based abroad?
Matters governed by the law of Bulgaria, or that involve its courts, registries or authorities, usually need an adviser qualified there. If you already have an adviser at home, they can often work alongside a local lawyer or adviser in Bulgaria, which keeps the advice joined up on cross-border matters.
Can I find an English-speaking lawyer or adviser in Bulgaria?
Many lawyers and advisers who work with international clients advise in English, but it is worth checking. Ask about working languages when you first get in touch, and whether documents can be provided in English as well as the local language.
Should I use a lawyer or an adviser?
Use a lawyer for legal advice, contracts and anything that may end up before a court or a regulator. Advisers such as accountants, tax advisers and consultants handle compliance, financial and business advice. Many matters need both, which is why Find an Expert lists both, under the Legal and Advisory specialisms.
How do I contact a lawyer or adviser in Bulgaria through Corporate INTL?
Open any profile on this page to see the contact details the firm has provided, such as telephone, email and website. Every profile also has a "Contact via Corporate INTL" button if you would rather send your request through us.